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MTU 6R0150 DS230 Generator Set

The MTU 6R0150 DS230 is a 230 kW (288 kVA) diesel standby generator set powered by a John Deere 6090HFG06 engine. It is available at 240 V, 208 V, 380 V, 480 V and 600 V, 3-phase, 60 Hz and rated 253 A. It holds about 40 L (10.6 gal) of oil and 41.37 L (10.9 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 50 °C. Starting uses 2 group-31 batteries rated 950 CCA at 24 V. The set measures 3658×1524×2516 mm (144.0×60.0×99.1 in), weighs about 4140 kg (9127 lb) and produces 83.5 dBA at 7 m. The same 6090HFG06 engine also powers generator sets from Hipower.

230 kW
Standby
9.0 L
Displacement
40.0 L
Oil capacity
2
Document types

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Specifications

Fueldiesel
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power230 kW
Standby kVA288
Prime power210 kW
EmissionsEPA Tier 4 Final
Oil capacity40.0 L
Alternator431PSL6243
Voltage options240 V, 208 V, 380 V, 480 V, 600 V
Phase3
Rated current253 A
Power factor0.8
Battery group31
Battery cranking950 CCA
Battery voltage24 V
Battery quantity2
Coolant capacity41.37 L
Max ambient50 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)3658×1524×2516 mm
Dry weight4140 kg
Sound level83.5 dBA @ 7 m

Engine

John Deere 6090HFG06
Oil capacity40.0 L
Coolant capacity17.0 L
Displacement9.0 L
AspirationTurbocharged
Rated speed1800 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the John Deere 6090HFG06
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterAir Cleaner Dry find
Fuel filterGM80460 PartsGeek
Fuel filterSecondaryGM50263 Amazon eBay $99.99 PartsGeek
Oil filterCartridgeGM48731 Amazon eBay $25.24 PartsGeek
BeltRadiator - Unit Mounted, Electric Starting Motor - 24V, Blower Fan and Fan Drive find
CoolantSystem Coolant Capacity: L (gal) 53.5 (14.13)53.5 L
OilTotal Oil System: L (gal) 31 (8.19)33.4 L

Compatible filters for the John Deere 6090HFG06 — cross-referenced via Donaldson. Options to verify against your serial number, not confirmed for this exact unit.

  • Air filter: John Deere RE587794 John Deere 4S00686R John Deere AH115833 John Deere F071151 John Deere F071150

Common questions

What is the power rating of the MTU 6R0150 DS230?

The MTU 6R0150 DS230 is rated 230 kW standby (288.0 kVA).

What engine does the MTU 6R0150 DS230 use?

The MTU 6R0150 DS230 is powered by the John Deere 6090HFG06 engine.

What fuel does the MTU 6R0150 DS230 use?

The MTU 6R0150 DS230 runs on diesel.

What is the oil capacity of the MTU 6R0150 DS230?

The John Deere 6090HFG06 engine in the MTU 6R0150 DS230 has an oil capacity of 40.0 liters.

What alternator does the MTU 6R0150 DS230 use?

The MTU 6R0150 DS230 uses a 431PSL6243 alternator.

Parts

11
Part #DescriptionQtySystem
GM17672-MA136AlternatorAlternator PartsGeek
GM17425-MA31Controller, Decision-Maker 550Service part / kit PartsGeek
GM21224-MA1Air Intake, Heavy DutyService part / kit PartsGeek
GM32385-KP1Flexible Exhaust ConnectorService part / kit PartsGeek
GM34651-KP1Exhaust Manifold BlanketService part / kit PartsGeek
GM51053-GA2Engine and DecalsService part / kit PartsGeek
GM51053-GA4Engine and DecalsService part / kit PartsGeek
GM51055-MA1Cooling, Unit Mounted RadiatorService part / kit PartsGeek
GM51056-MA1SkidService part / kit PartsGeek
GM51057-MA3Control and HarnessService part / kit PartsGeek
GM52903-MA1SkidService part / kit PartsGeek

Service, wear & replacement parts referenced for this model and its engine — confirm the exact part for your serial number. See the full parts catalog to search and cross-reference.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Prime69.718.4
Prime50%36.49.6
Prime75%52.914.0
Prime100%71.718.9
Standby50%45.512.01
Standby75%64.216.96
Standby100%74.319.6

Available documents

Brochure — 16120643 PowerGeneration Solutionguide 1 2020 (MTU)Spec sheet — 231113 PG Spec 6R0150DS230 230kW 3D T3 60Hz (MTU)Spec sheet — 231113 PG Spec 6R0150DS230 230kW 3D T3 SCAQMD 60Hz (MTU)Spec sheet — 231121 PG Spec 6R0150DS230 210kW 3E T3 SCAQMD 60Hz (MTU)Spec sheet — 231246 PG Spec 6R0150DS230 230kW 3D T4 SCAQMD 60Hz (MTU)Spec sheet — 231252 PG Spec 6R0150DS230 210kW 3B T4 SCAQMD 60Hz (MTU)Spec sheet — EngineersGuidebook (MTU)